The Ten Best Windows 10 Powered 2-In-1s For Christmas

Versatility has become one of the most sought-after features in modern tech. People don't want to be carrying around several different devices when they could be carrying one.

This is why 2-in-1 laptops are becoming increasingly popular. Whether it's for business, travel or casual use — you don't have to compromise anymore. You can have a powerful computer and tablet rolled into one device.

Of course, there are a lot of options out there. Here are ten of the best that you can pick up in time for Christmas.

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Microsoft continue to refine their revolutionary Surface Book, making it one of the most powerful Windows 10 machines out there.

Improvements include a powerful processor, new video card, and 16 hours of battery life. What makes the Surface Book particularly impressive is that its power and design make it not only one of the best 2-in-1s out there, but one of the best thin laptops. Period.

If you're looking for a more competitive price point on a Microsoft machine, the Surface Pro is the way to go.

It may not pack quite as much punch as the Surface Book, but it's Intel Core i5 remains respectable and allows it to be used comfortably as a straight up laptop.

Subtle change is the name of the game with this 2-in-1, a few improvements have been made to its well received predecessor. It's slimmer design, increased display and improved Type Cover keyboard (which is only sold separately and may be a contributing factor to the lower base price point) being a direct response to some of the feedback on the Pro 3.

The most noticeable change has been to the Surface Pen, which has been redesigned to feel more like a pencil and sports 1024 levels of pressure sensitivity.

Not only is this a technological improvement — it's built for comfort. A strip magnet has also been added so you can simply attach the Pen to the left side of the machine.

If you're looking for a cheaper alternative to a MacBook Pro, you've come to the right place.

It's incredibly spacious for a 2-in-1, offering a full sized trackpad and keyboard — complete with a number pad! This does make it one of the larger and heavier offerings out there, but it's still great for taking on the road.

One of the coolest features is that the screen can flip inside out. It's also HDR enabled and hasn't sacrificed its SD card reader or USB 3.0 ports.

Although in terms of specs the Spin may be in the middle of the pack, its competitive price point definitely makes it worth it.

It looks good. It feels good. It only takes a glance to realise that the Spectre is one of the most stylish 2-in-1 laptops on the market.

But it's more than just a pretty face. Forward thinking has been injected into the tactile keyboard and rich screen display, which will keep it competitive and relevant for the foreseeable future. It's also incredibly thin, which is always a crowd pleaser.

Combining a compact design with stellar battery life, this may just be the travel 2-in-1 that you've been looking for.

Although it doesn't have the most powerful specs under the hood, it is built for convenience, portability and efficiency. If you're looking for something more versatile, you may want to look somewhere else.

That being said, the TabPro is easy to use on the go. You won't have any problems doing basic work and you'll appreciate the thin and light design. This is also a great choice for someone looking for a casual machine that looks good and has a decent display for watching Netflix or just browsing the web.

Completely fanless, the Switch is able to run a powerful processor due to its liquid cooling system.

Sporting respectable specs and both USB 3.0 and Type-C port support, the Alpha is a good choice if you're looking for something similar to (but not quite as hardcore) the Surface Pro, but at a more competitive price point. Just make sure you keep your charger on you, because the battery life isn't particularly impressive.

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